IDEAS (January '12)
Synopses and Activity Ideas
1. An ambitious goal for 2012 [pg 1] and Curiosity is on its way [pg 19] introduce the Mars explorer Curiosity that took off last November on its eight-month journey. What's Up will have a monthly update of Curiosity's exciting mission.
2. The other Korea [pgs 6-7]
The story of North Korea, from its inception in 1948 to the start of young Kim Jong-un's reign. In side-bar Lesson 1: Follow the Leader, an NTU student shares his observations after visiting schools there.
The story of North Korea, from its inception in 1948 to the start of young Kim Jong-un's reign. In side-bar Lesson 1: Follow the Leader, an NTU student shares his observations after visiting schools there.
3. Fighting for peace, inspiring the world [pgs 8-9]
Features the three 2011 Nobel Peace Prize winners: Ellen Johnson-Sirleaf, Leymah Gbowee and Tawakkul Karman.
Features the three 2011 Nobel Peace Prize winners: Ellen Johnson-Sirleaf, Leymah Gbowee and Tawakkul Karman.
4. Message in a bottle [pg 10]
Artist Pablo Cardoso tells What's Up why he carried a bottle of dirty water from Lago Agrio in Equador to Texaco's headquarters in Sour Lake, USA. A unique way to protest environmental damage in his country.
Artist Pablo Cardoso tells What's Up why he carried a bottle of dirty water from Lago Agrio in Equador to Texaco's headquarters in Sour Lake, USA. A unique way to protest environmental damage in his country.
From Lago Agrio to Sour Lake
Social Studies & Music, level 3
Social Studies & Music, level 3
5. Be a better listener [pg 11]
The third in our Cool It Down! series is about using the right words and body language when listening. Gives five ways to become a more responsive listener. Side-bar In the news: A great listener applauds Oprah Winfrey for good listening skills.
The third in our Cool It Down! series is about using the right words and body language when listening. Gives five ways to become a more responsive listener. Side-bar In the news: A great listener applauds Oprah Winfrey for good listening skills.
I Hear You!
English & CCE, level 1
English & CCE, level 1
6. Animals acting like humans [pgs 16-17]
About why so many stories feature animals that behave like people. Defines anthropomorphism. Side-bar Fact vs Fiction is on the risks of treating animals like humans. And, How smart are animals? looks at what apes, dolphins and crows can do.
About why so many stories feature animals that behave like people. Defines anthropomorphism. Side-bar Fact vs Fiction is on the risks of treating animals like humans. And, How smart are animals? looks at what apes, dolphins and crows can do.
7. The elephants' tale [pg 21]
The breath-taking Elephant Parade exhibition made its way to Singapore recently: read about its origin, the artists, and how these beautiful statues may save Asian elephants.
The breath-taking Elephant Parade exhibition made its way to Singapore recently: read about its origin, the artists, and how these beautiful statues may save Asian elephants.
Vocab Builder
English, level 1
English, level 1
8. Watch out for some great events [pgs 22-23]
A candid preview of five 2012 sporting highlights: Australian Open (tennis), Africa Cup of Nations (soccer), Olympic Games, The Rugby Championship and The Ryder Cup (golf).
A candid preview of five 2012 sporting highlights: Australian Open (tennis), Africa Cup of Nations (soccer), Olympic Games, The Rugby Championship and The Ryder Cup (golf).